The buildings and grounds maintenance division requires 40 drums of No. 2 cleaning solvent at an estimated cost of $500 per drum.

The buildings and grounds maintenance division requires 40 drums of No. 2 cleaning solvent at an estimated cost of $500 per drum. Given the expected dollar value of the acquisition ($20,000), what method of publication, if any, is required?

1. Synopsizing in the government wide point of entry
2. Calling three vendors for a quote.
3. None. No publicizing is required.
4. Displaying a notice or copy of the solicitation in a public place or by electronic means.